Combination of trauma and bad genes :/ well I took a year off as recovery and did a lot of physiotherapy! But after a small workout of squats etc they hurt for days... So wondering what I could do as a replacement?

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Hi! I have problems with my knees also and have to watch what I do. I have discovered I can do squats as long as I don't bend my knees over 45 degrees and I just stay in that position (no moving up and down). I have no answer for jumping - it's just not going to happen with my knees/body. I do have a stationary bike - much better than a treadmill.

If all these are impossible to do. I am starting to think there is no real replacement. Cycling or swimming really has nothing to do with strenght training ( not that they are bad for the legs, just something completely different )

I know it's a little old school, but what about step ups. If the steps are not steep, it may not be such an issue. Plus going up and down stairs is a killer leg workout even if you walk it. Be mindful of the impact. Just an idea.